Kruthorn of the Dutch type, South Germany 1604.

Containers of flat pressed horn with bottom and gunpowder dimensions of steel. Straight Sargar. The color of the horn flame yellow-white with brown spots. Engraved decor, simple ribbons on the narrow sides. On the back three fields with concentric circles against streaked background. The front is three-divided by vertical tree trunks, marked by a short streak, down to the year 1604. Two bearded warriors moving towards the middle, both with plymated helmets, lifted, c-shaped shields. V warriors keep the shield and a spear, at the belt a hoist and a dagger mount are visible. The warrior t h is slightly smaller, keeps besides the shield a sword. Boat’s facial expression waved. The landscape around them is grassy and wooded. Next to the bottom saddle burnt: 32. Cross dimensions, 1: 97 mm with inner and outer closure. On the lid V-spring and helical arm.

Collection

Europeana

Title

Kruthorn of the Dutch type, South Germany 1604.

Object Type

crown tower

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